Alumni Association makes your life less “taxing”
In April, many minds are focused on preparing tax returns. While the Alumni Association can’t help you beat the April 15 tax-filing deadline, we can make your life a little less difficult in other ways…
1. We’re hosting a party for the history-making class of 1959 at Golden Reunion, which will be highlighted by their participation in the 2009 Commencement exercises that will feature an address by President Barack Obama.
2. We’ve expanded our ASU-centric job portal to 15 states nationwide, including Arizona, New Mexico, California, Colorado, Nevada, Oregon and Washington.
3. We partner with trusted vendors to offer you terrific graduation gifts, such as wine with custom ASU labels and ASU-branded watches, as well as discounts on practical necessities such as office supplies and short-term medical insurance.
4. We offer alumni chapters from coast to coast, which meet locally to network, have fun and contribute to worthy causes.
5. And membership in the ASU Alumni Association really is tax deductible!
Show your Sun Devil Pride with a Gold Devil Life membership
You’re one of Sparky’s best friends. You’d do just about anything for ASU—so why not show it by taking your commitment to Arizona State University to the next level? The Gold Devil Life membership is reserved for Sun Devil alumni and friends who know what it takes to build a great university, and a great Alumni Association.
Take your pride to the next level
Commencement 2009 tickets available to Alumni Association members on April 20
Spring 2009 Commencement will be a very special occasion for the more than 8,000 graduates—for the first time in ASU’s history, an American president will address the graduating class. Dues-paying members of the Alumni Association will have the opportunity to reserve tickets for Commencement, on a first-come, first-served basis (while supplies last), starting Monday, April 20.
Learn more about the ticket offer
Not a member? Join today!
Class of 1959 alums invited to Golden Reunion
Join other ASU Class of 1959 graduates for a history-making Commencement experience! The highlight of Golden Reunion this year will be President Barack Obama’s address at Commencement, but reunion participants will have numerous other opportunities to catch up with old classmates and learn what’s new at the university.
Get event details and RSVP
Homecoming is coming October 31
Save the date! In addition to being a chance to cheer your alma mater on to victory, this year’s Homecoming will feature more events and the unveiling of additional information related to The Challenges Project at ASU, an initiative designed to focus attention on the most significant challenges Arizona and the world are facing and the ways in which ASU is uniquely positioned to take on these challenges.
Read an ASU Magazine article on The Challenges Project
Print or virtual? ASU Magazine’s a great read either way
Trying to find an ASU Magazine feature story from a couple issues back and don’t know where to turn? Want to share the magazine with friends around the world? Visit our new online version of the magazine and discover extra tools for sharing the magazine and finding the information you need!
Visit ASU Magazine’s home page
Upcoming chapter events promise Sun Devil fun
Need a Sun Devil connection close to home? These geographic chapters will host get-togethers in the next few weeks. Come join the fun!
Austin: Join the chapter for a “shadow” version of Pat’s Run—a 4.2 mile run/walk—9 a.m., April 18, at Lady Bird Lake. Learn more
Georgia: Meet-up at the Atlanta Dogwood Festival, 2 p.m., Saturday, April 18. Where will the chapter meet at the festival?
Greater New York: Cinco (?) de Mayo Dinner, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 2, Dos Caminos, 373 Park Ave. S., New York. RSVP for the dinner
Western Pennsylvania/Northern Appalachia: Cinco de Mayo Night, May 5, 6 p.m., Emiliano’s Mexican Restaurant, 8600 McKnight Rd., Pittsburgh, Pa. RSVP for the dinner
Chicago: Chicago Cubs game and pre-game party, Saturday May 16, Cubby Bear (party) and Wrigley Field (game). Order tickets today!
Tee up for ASU Athletics at Sun Devil Club golf tournament
Join alumni from Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego on May 8 at the 8th Annual Southern California Sun Devil Club Golf Tournament, which benefits Sun Devil student-athletes. The tournament features appearances by head coaches from many of ASU’s teams, as well as former student athletes. Non-golfers are invited to attend the post-tourney banquet and raffle/auction.
For event details, e-mail Eddie DeVall at devall@aol.com.
Origins Symposium a rousing success
ASU’s Origins Symposium, held April 3-6, featured innovative discussions on explorations at the frontiers of science, and culminated in the kick-off of an interdisciplinary, university-wide “Origins Initiative,” an endeavor that supports expanded research and outreach on fundamental questions related to the development of the universe.
Watch Origins presentations in the video archive
Origins Symposium: “the scientists’ Woodstock”
NBC news anchor Brian Williams to receive Cronkite Award
Brian Williams, the anchor and managing editor of “NBC Nightly News,” the nation’s top-rated evening network newscast, will be this year’s recipient of ASU’s Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism.
Williams: “Walter Cronkite is the only reason I entered the field of television journalism.”
Navy approves ROTC unit at ASU for 2010
ASU's Tempe campus will become home to a Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps unit in 2010, joining the university’s Air Force and Army programs.
Program augments ASU’s national service program offerings
Help Jessica Mapes win Lowe’s Senior CLASS Award!
Senior Sun Devil softball player Jessica Mapes has just been named as one of 10 softball finalists for the 2009 Lowe's Senior CLASS Award, which is presented to the outstanding senior NCAA Division I Student-Athlete of the Year across nine different sports.
Finalists receive votes from three groups – coaches, news media and fans – each carrying equal weight. ASU fans are encouraged to vote daily for Mapes during the official voting period, which runs through May 7.
Cast your vote for Jessica
ASU basketball teams shine in post-season play
They both went, and they both came home proud: the Sun Devil men’s basketball team made the NCAA Tournament (finishing in the second round) for the first time since 2003, and the women’s team joined the “Elite Eight” in the tournament quarterfinals for the second time in three years.
Sun Devil men complete an incredible season
ASU women’s team takes place among nation’s elite
Real Sun Devils say “thank you”
Buy your graduating ASU student a set of thank-you cards featuring a customized verse on a card featuring Old Main or another ASU landmark.
Get your custom cards today
Wine club gifts are the toast of the town
ASU Wine Club wines come “dressed” in snappy, Sun Devil-centric labels and are the perfect compliment to snacks or meals or good times shared with friends. Order a bottle or two for your graduating Sun Devil at ASU’s PersonalWines.com Web page
Let the good times pour
Coffee-table book offers special graduation edition for 2009
The “Visions of a New American University” Graduation Edition is the perfect gift for your graduate. The book features handcrafted Cabra leather, a padded cover, and embossed lettering. The Graduation Edition is personalized with the recipient’s name on the front cover and their own personal photo (provided to the publisher), which will be showcased on the front cover. Limited quantities are available. Don't Miss this Opportunity!
Order the graduation edition TODAY!
Want to purchase an ASU-themed gift for your favorite Sun Devil that’s elegant and stylish? M. LaHart & Co., an official licensee of Arizona State University, offers men’s and women’s watches, key rings, glassware, collectibles and much more.
View M. LaHart’s ASU collection
Sun Devil job portal expands to cover opportunities nationwide
In this tough job market, it’s good to rethink one’s options, and that may involve a national job search. The ASU Alumni Association’s Sun Devil-centric job portal now features search options allowing visitors to view jobs from 15 states, including Arizona, New Mexico, California, Colorado, Nevada, Oregon and Washington. Many postings are posted exclusively to the portal, which is powered by Jobing.com.
Check out the job portal today
Get yourself covered with short-term medical insurance
If you lose your job or are afraid you might be without medical coverage between jobs, check out the short-term medical insurance offered by partners of the ASU Alumni Association. You’ll enjoy up to $2 million in benefits, an extensive provider network, and discounted alumni-only rates.
Apply today for medical coverage
Sun Devil Destinations, the Alumni Association’s premiere travel program, has a varied itinerary planned for 2009, including trips to Machu Picchu in Peru in September, a luxury cruise showcasing the Best of the Mediterranean in October and much, much more.
Find more destinations on our travel page
Sun Devil travel portal makes coming home to ASU a snap
Thinking about coming back to ASU for a conference or special event or just planning a fun vacation in the Valley of the Sun? The Alumni Association has partnered with Campus Travel Management to create a unique portal designed to give you access to accommodations for visiting the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Visit the portal today!
Save big on office supplies and print services from OfficeMax
You know a beautiful deal when you see one. ASU alumni are entitled to receive preferred pricing on selected office supplies and print services from OfficeMax!
To enroll in this exclusive savings program, contact Karen Hart at (602) 484-5769 or karenhart@officemax.com, or register online and enter username 251437reguser520 and password KHIFTM.